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Talking Horror

Rachel Redd
Horror
Thriller
What Feeds Below
That's Not My Name
What We Did To Survive
Ashley Winstead
No Place Left To Hide
Talking Horror
Tradwife
Serial Killer Support Group
Gothic Fiction
In My Dreams I Hold a Knife
Listen To Your Sister
Gothic Horror
Such Lovely Skin
The Mean Ones
Gaming
Powerlifting
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
For the Wolf

Welcome to Talking Horror Podcast, where we dive into the stories that haunt us.

Hosted by Rachel Redd, this show features conversations with horror and thriller authors about their books, their writing process, and what draws them into the shadows. From psychological dread to supernatural terror, we explore the dark stories readers can’t get enough of and why they are so important to fiction.

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Keith Rosson joins Talking Horror to talk Coffin Moon, his gritty 1970s vampire western, and the wild road that took him from legally blind art school dropout to acclaimed horror novelist. Rachel Redd sits down with the author of Fever House, The Dev... more

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In this episode, Rachel Redd sits down with Luke Dumas, the author of A History of Fear, The Paleontologist, and Nothing Tastes as Good for a wide-ranging conversation on obsession, grief, identity, and writing horror that feels deeply human.

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Chuck Tingle joins Talking Horror to talk Fabulous Bodies, the pink mask, and why love is the ultimate weapon against the cosmic void. In this episode, Rachel Redd sits down with the USA Today bestselling author of Camp Damascus, Bury Your Gays, and ... more

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Join Rachel Redd as she chats with Brian McAuley, a USA Today bestselling author whose slasher novels blend cinematic tension, deep emotional trauma, and genuine heart. Brian shares his journey from screenwriter to novelist, his horror origin story, ... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Dumas
Author of A History of Fear, The Paleontologist, Nothing Tastes as Good
Author
Episode: Luke Dumas on Writing Horror That Feels Human
Chuck Tingle
USA Today best-selling author known for horror novels like Camp Damascus, Lucky Day, Bury Your Gays
Self-published and mainstream publishing
Episode: Chuck Tingle on the Pink Mask, Fabulous Bodies & Why Love Beats the Cosmic Void
Brian McAuley
USA Today bestselling author known for Curse of the Reaper, Candy Kane Kills, Breathe In, Bleed Out
Author (Poisoned Pen Press; Shortwave; various publishers)
Episode: Brian McAuley on Turning Rejected Screenplays into Bestselling Horror Novels
Megan Lally
New York Times best-selling author known for That's Not My Name, No Place Left to Hide, and What We Did to Survive
Author
Episode: Megan Lally on Twists, Trauma, and Why YA Thrillers Hit So Hard
Christina Henry
National bestselling author of 19 books with works across fantasy, horror and dark fantasy
Ace/Berkley (publisher)
Episode: Christina Henry on Writing 19 Horror Novels by Hand, Bad Reviews & the Book That Changed Her Career
Hannah Whitten
New York Times bestselling author known for The Wilderwood Duology and Reliquary
Episode: Hannah Whitten turned Postpartum Depression into a NYT Bestseller
Nat Cassidy
USA Today bestselling horror and thriller author
Episode: Nat Cassidy: Stephen King Wrote My Foreword & Why Theater Makes Better Horror
CJ Leede
Author of Maeve Fly, American Rapture, Headlights
Episode: Unapologetic Women and Double Standards in Horror with CJ Leede
Tatiana Schlote-Bonne
Author of The Mean Ones and Such Lovely Skin
Author
Episode: Evil Video Games and Feminine Rage with Tatiana Schlote-Bonne

Host

Rachel Redd
Host of Talking Horror

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Yeah, mmm-hmm

    I love your interviews, but if you edit out the ‘yeah’s and ‘mmm-hmm’s you say while the author is talking, will really polish your sound.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    megalatronic
    United States6 days ago
  • Excellent Deep Dive

    It’s always wonderful to hear about the process that horror authors use to write their works. It’s even better getting to know their personal story. Rachel does an amazing job digging into questions with authentic curiosity that reveal the deeper reasons why these authors are writing their stories and understanding who they are for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Topher Davis
    United States2 months ago
  • Definitely giving more than two….

    Great option for book readers who lean toward the darker side of novels. I’m thrilled that Rachel has started this new adventure, and I’ll definitely be along for the ride. Five stars. Keep up the great work. Great first guest author.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ReviewsT_
    United States4 months ago

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Guests feel seen and challenged in equal measure.
High-quality interviews that balance craft talk with personal storytelling.
The host keeps the conversation focused and insightful.
A compelling voice that combines warmth with tough questions.

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#201
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Apple Podcasts
#156
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Talking Points

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Johanna Van Veen Writes the Sapphic Gothic Horror of Your Dreams
Q: How did your path from first agent to selling your debut unfold, and what was the key turning point?
After signing with a first agent at 21, I spent years revising and pitching; the turning point was landing a new agent and finishing a revised manuscript that became My Darling, Dreadful Thing, followed by a two-book deal.
Johanna Van Veen Writes the Sapphic Gothic Horror of Your Dreams
Q: When can we expect the fantasy project to come out, and do you have a title?
February 2027 for the fantasy work, titled The Literary Remains of Cornelia Feyen.
Paulette Kennedy on Dark Fiction, Late Blooming, and Why Villains Matter
Q: How do you approach grief in The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael and decide when to reveal its depths to the reader?
Kennedy explains that the grief arc is intimately tied to the protagonist's experience and family dynamics, with the grief and guilt unfolding gradually (notably around the 40% mark) to heighten impact, while staying true to the sisterly and societal pressures at play.
Clay McLeod Chapman on Addiction, Fear, and Why Horror Hits So Hard
Q: What inspired your focus on addiction in your work, and how personal is that focus?
Addiction has been a pervasive part of Chapman's life and circle; writing provided a way to process personal fears and to explore how addiction reshapes family and friendships, revealing universal human vulnerabilities.
Clay McLeod Chapman on Addiction, Fear, and Why Horror Hits So Hard
Q: Why did you choose to write horror in the first place, and does it let you be more honest as a writer?
Horror works as an emotional highlighter, allowing exploration of scary realities and fundamental emotions in a heightened way, which lets the writer and reader engage with fear and truth more openly.

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This show features in-depth conversations with horror and thriller authors about their books, writing processes, and the ideas that pull readers into shadowed worlds. Episodes frequently explore how personal history, trauma, and cultural issues inform craft, with a mix of memoir-style storytelling and writerly analysis. A standout trait is the focus on diverse perspectives within dark fiction, from YA horror to gothic suspense, often pairing candid creator reflections with practical publishing insights. Listeners can expect engaging, empathetic interviews that illuminate why these stories matter and how fear is engineered across formats and timelines.

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Recent guests on Talking Horror include:

1. Luke Dumas
2. Chuck Tingle
3. Brian McAuley
4. Megan Lally
5. Christina Henry
6. Hannah Whitten
7. Nat Cassidy
8. CJ Leede

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